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With over 20 years of experience, Jon and I try to share our knowledge whenever we get a chance.  Many of these article topics are inspired by questions we repeatedly see on discussion boards or items we are often asked by our customers.  We hope you find the answers to some of your questions here.

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My Bengal Cat Wakes Me up at Night

February 26, 2023

by Robyn Paterson

You awaken from a peaceful slumber to the sound of your Bengal cat's loud yowl. Stumbling out of bed, you nearly trip over the Bengal to determine the cause of your feline friend's distress…

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Backcrossing, Hybridizing, and the Bengal Cat

February 12, 2023

by Robyn Paterson

The Bengal cat falls into a category of cat breeds known as hybrids, but this label is not scientifically accurate. The confusion this creates can be problematic for the so-called hybrid breeds. Breeds labeled…

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What Makes a Responsible Bengal Breeder? 

January 15, 2022

by Robyn Paterson

From the outside, it looks simple, but breeding cats is complex.  Unfortunately, the idea of breeding cats - a household pet, not a livestock animal - has a broad spectrum of motivations behind it…

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What is the best cat food to feed a Bengal?

August 15, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

Sometimes it feels like you need a degree in Animal Nutrition to pick the best cat food for your Bengal cat.  The pet food recalls, lack of supplies, and raw debate make picking the…

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Is grain-free bad for cats?

April 3, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

Picking the right cat food can be confusing and sometimes asking the vet makes it even more confusing.  If you were to go to a vet and ask, "Is grain-free bad for cats?" the…

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Bengal-Proof Your Easter

March 7, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

We all look forward to the holidays when we can get together with family and friends, but Easter, in particular, invites some dangers for Bengal cats into the home. Some careful planning can prevent…

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What and How You Feed May Affect Your Bengal Cat's Behavior

February 20, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

A client recently contacted us with some questions regarding behavior issues - jumping on the counter, stealing food, avoiding positive human interaction, and vocalizing obnoxiously.  After having conversations with the family, we discovered that…

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Bengal cats and Kids can be Best Buddies

February 14, 2021

by Robyn Paterson

Kids love kittens. If you have kids and do not already have a kitten, you are unlikely to escape the plea for one. Lots of people want to get their children a pet. Bengals…

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How to Avoid Bengal Cat Scams

May 12, 2020

by Robyn Paterson

You want to buy a Bengal, but you do not want to be scammed? Purchasing a pet online can be unnerving, but it does not have to be.  Scams are out there, but with…

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Navigating the Cat World in a Call-Out Culture

February 8, 2020

by Robyn Paterson

Polarization among people is incredibly high and continuing to rise.  The Cat World is no different.  It has long been known that one must be thick-skinned to interact within the breeding world regardless of…

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Solutions for Bengal Cat Litter Box Problems

February 2, 2020

by Robyn Paterson

Do Bengal cats have more litter box issues than any other cat? No one really knows. People tend to talk about cats with litter box issues, not those with perfect litter box habits. If…

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Are Bengal Cats Vocal Cats?

Bengal cats are known to be vocal, but this is not necessarily a consistent breed trait, nor is it something from their hybrid ancestry. In over 20 years of breeding Bengal cats, we have had some vocal Bengal cats and…

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